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West Nile on Long Island: 14 Mosquitoes Test Positive for Virus
The samples were taken from Dix Hills, Holtsville, Lindenhurst, Melville, Nesconset, Northport, Rocky Point, St. James and West Babylon.
Smooth Roads for Shirley: $1.9 Million Pavement Project Completed
This week, Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel P. Losquadro and Councilwoman Karen Dunne Kesnig announced that 18 roads in Shirley have been totally resurfaced.
Remember the Fallen: Calverton Memorial Service for WWII-Perished Air Force Lieutenant Set for Aug. 13
A US Army Air Force First Lieutenant during WWII who never had a proper burial, a 21-year-old Cleary and a crew of 10 were reported “missing in action” after their plane was shot down in Italy on December 10th, 1944.
From the Comptroller’s Office: Suffolk County Audit Division Gets Strong Marks From Independent Review
In a letter to Comptroller Kennedy, ALGA praised the County Audit Division’s organization skills, audit reports, and operational thoroughness.
Term Limits in Suffolk: Romaine, McCaffrey Team Up to Sign Preservation Act
Despite Gov. Hochul’s “Even-Year Elections” law of 2023, the landmark initiative unanimously passed to amend the County Charter to extend legislator terms countywide from two to four years.
Attempted Vehicular Murder: Coram Woman Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison
“What began as a disagreement should never have escalated to this level of violence,” said DA Tierney.
LIMEHOF Latest: Inaugural Music Doc Film Fest in Stony Brook (Aug. 8-10)
Twenty-four music documentaries will screen at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame's latest highly-anticipated event.
More New Principals in Suffolk! East Islip Tabs a Pair of Educators Turned Admins
Effective July 1st, Tara Scully replaced Anthony Montemarano as principal of East Islip Middle School, and Gregory Leger has replaced James Horan as assistant principal at East Islip High School.
Hauppauge Youngster Named Honorary Sheriff Amid Kidney Failure
On Tuesday, July 22nd, Suffolk County Sheriff Toulon proudly relinquished his title to a brave young man.
Greatness at Gurwin: Excellence in Healthcare Honor Awarded to a Pair of Suffolk Residents
Jenny Meade, a speech language pathologist from Center Moriches, and Martiza Gonzalez, a registered nurse from West Islip, are this year's recipients.
Mather Hospital Garners National Recognition for Heart Attack Care
“To receive gold awards after just four years is a testament to our dedication to quality,” said Mather Hospital President Kevin McGeachy.
West Islip’s Summer Investigations Program: a Success all Across the Board
Hosted by Paul J. Bellew Elementary School, West Islip’s “Summer Investigations” program runs Monday through Thursday, and is overseen by the aforementioned school’s principal, Rhonda Pratt.
A BWI Roll: Mastic Beach Man in Hot Water for Drunken Hampton Bays Crash
DA Tierney announced the defendant allegedly crashed a 33-foot vessel in Hampton Bays’ Shinnecock Canal, seriously injuring his fiancée as a result.
A Match Made in Local Heaven: Suffolk County Signs Groundbreaking Contract with Airbnb
To streamline payment of the Hotel Motel Occupancy Tax, Suffolk County Comptroller John M. Kennedy, Jr. has announced a groundbreaking collaboration with the popular vacation home rentals company.
Let’s Go Sharks: New Administrators Appointed in ESM Central School District
Effective July 9th, Rebecca Bellezza and Kari Von Voight were named principal of Tuttle Avenue Elementary School and Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School, respectively.
We’re Not Worthy! ’90s-Obsessed “Nostalgia Fest” Sweeps LI by Storm
The free festival ran from 4 to 9 p.m. on Friday and 2 to 9 p.m. on Saturday at Wilson Park in Mineola.
Begin the Beguine! Nesconset Chamber Concert Series Commences at Gazebo Park
The first of several planned shows in this year’s summer concert series went off without a hitch on Wednesday, July 9th, courtesy of Legislator Leslie Kennedy and the Nesconset Chamber of Commerce.
Fresh Heir: Superman Franchise Revitalized
"Superman" by way of Marvel darling turned DC Studios CEO James Gunn and breakthrough performer David Corenswet already made back 90% of its whopping $225 million budget, as of Sunday, July 13th—the conclusion of its opening weekend.
Welcome to the Bulls: Smithtown High School West Names New Asst. Principal
“I feel as an AP I can still advocate for students and be their biggest cheerleader but in a more administrative capacity," said Kristen Schnall, new assistant principal at Smithtown West.
Long Island Tragedy: Moriches Teen Indicted for Drunken Vehicular Homicide of his Friend
Luis Gonzalo Barrionuevo Fuertes, 18, was also charged with Manslaughter in the Second Degree—amongst several other charges—for his purported role in the death of his backseat passenger, Scarleth Samaniego-Urgiles, of East Hampton, last month.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
SWR gymnasts advancing to the County Championship
Shoreham Wading River's Gia Politi and Alyssa Wood are advancing to the Suffolk County Gymnastics Championships. As integral members of the combined William Floyd/Longwood/SWR team this season, their contributions helped the squad achieve an outstanding 9-1 record and earn a fantastic second-place finish in League 1.
The Colonials are now looking at a 3-peat
The William Floyd Colonials are heading back to the Suffolk County Championship game after defeating rival Longwood in a dominant 41-7 rout this weekend.